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26 Jun 2026 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

Plymouth Community Homes Limited, a sub-central government public authority located in Plymouth, UK, has completed a procurement process for Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services at Brake Farm. This contract falls within the services category, specifically architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold, without competition. The contract was signed on 22 October 2025, and the service delivery covers a period from 11 November 2025 to 11 December 2026. The total contract value is £40,380, with a net amount of £33,650, indicating a focus on detailed and strategic spending within the specified timeline.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in engineering services, due to its focus on sustained mechanical and electrical works. Method Consulting LLP, an SME based in Swindon, was awarded the contract, showcasing that small to medium-sized enterprises can successfully compete for sub-central government contracts. Organisations with expertise in architectural and engineering services and those looking to expand their government portfolio are well-suited to participate in similar procurement opportunities. This contract illustrates potential growth in public sector collaborations while emphasising the relevance of regional expertise and specialised skills in the UK market.

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Notice Title

Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services for Brake Farm

Notice Description

Provision of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services for Brake Farm

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bddd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060194-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,650 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20258 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 11 Dec 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOMES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL6 5DH
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Budshead
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Moor View

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METHOD CONSULTING

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